/ˈhɑːtˌbiːt/ n.1.(rhythm of heart)心跳
Your baby's heartbeat will be monitored continuously.你的小宝宝将接受持续的心跳监测。
My heartbeat grew faster.我的心跳加快了。
2.(single pulsation)(一次)心搏
Smoking could lead to irregular heartbeats.吸烟可能导致心律不齐。
3.(time)片刻；刹那
The whole incident was over in a heartbeat.整个事件一瞬间就结束了。
4.(vital part)核心；灵魂
He has for years been the heartbeat of the French football team.多年以来他一直是法国足球队的核心。